Life in Nicaragua is difficult, that's why we are here to help
Extreme Poverty
Nicaragua is the poorest country in Central America
Baseball is king
Like youth all around the world, kids grow up dreaming of playing in the big leagues
Lack of Resources
Few resources means few opportunities, and we are here to provide them
How it works
TESTIMONIALS
"We are traingin a group of young girls between 7-20 years old, some of them have had issues with domestic violence and drugs. Through softball they have found refuge to improve their lifestyle."
by Yahoska Rivas, Softball Coach
"The project has come to innovate and it has been great for the economy of our families and food security of the children. We are very grateful for the help, even despite the pandemic."
by Claudia Guillén, community resident
by Johnny Alvarez - Coach,Working for a Dream Academy
"It's not just the community that benefits from the equipment but also the surrounding communities."
by Emperatrice Velasquez, Pastor of Lutheran Church
Improving lives through baseball
Every year we bring baseball equipment and provide instruction to youth in rural Nicaraguan communities. Baseball has a unique ability to both bring together different cultures and teach life lessons helping to provide a foundation on which to improve lives.
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